Room Leader ECT | Denham Court

The Grove Academy; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer-a-Friend Bonus

Childcare discount

Wellbeing Day

Wherefit discounts

Career growth

Supportive culture & events

Job summary

The Grove Academy Denham Court is seeking a Room Leader to guide and mentor your team, delivering nurturing, milestone-aligned programs for young children.

You will build strong relationships with children, families and staff, maintain a safe, welcoming environment, and observe and support development.

A Bachelor in Early Childhood Education (or working towards one) is required, with proven leadership, knowledge of EYLF/NQS, and commitment to child safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor in Early Childhood Education or working towards one.
• Proven experience leading a room and mentoring educators.
• Strong knowledge of EYLF, NQS, and child development.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Positive attitude and love for creating memorable experiences.
• Strong understanding of child protection responsibilities and mandatory reporting.
• Completed the Foundations of Child Safety training (or willing to complete prior to commencement).

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of milestone-aligned, engaging programs.
• Mentor educators in their professional growth.
• Build strong relationships with children, families and team.
• Maintain a safe, clean, welcoming environment.
• Observe, document and support children's development.
• Prioritise safety, health and wellbeing and supervise risks.
• Report concerns in line with service policies.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

EYLF & NQS

Child development

Communication

Teamwork

Child protection

Foundations of Child Safety

Education

Bachelor in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Join Our Team as a Room Leader at The Grove Academy Denham Court

About The Grove Academy

At The Grove Academy, we’re all about creating inspiring, nurturing environments for children and educators. With campuses across New South Wales, we’re known for our innovative approach to early childhood education and a culture that genuinely supports our people. People love working with us because of our strong values, collaborative team environment, and commitment to making every day meaningful.

The safety and wellbeing of children is our highest priority and the paramount consideration in all decision-making. We are committed to creating child-safe environments where children feel secure, respected, and supported. All team members are expected to uphold our child-safe practices and contribute to a culture of care, accountability, and protection. We are committed to being a Child Safe Organisation, embedding child-safe practices across everything we do and maintaining zero tolerance for child abuse or harm.

Life at The Grove (Our Values & Perks)

• Be Passionate – bring heart, energy, and pride to everything you do
• Have Fun – create joyful, laughter-filled days for children and your team
• Value Teamwork – support, share, and celebrate each other’s wins
• Learn & Grow – stay curious and open to learning something new every day
• Be Proud – take pride in your work, your impact, and your growth
• Better Together – because the magic really happens when we work as one

And because we truly value our team, you’ll also enjoy:

• $1,000 Refer-a-Friend Bonus (exclusions apply)
• 50% off childcare fees for your little ones
• Annual Employee Wellbeing Day for some much-needed self-care
• Access to exclusive discounts on over 3,300+ health, fitness and wellbeing brands with Wherefit
• Career growth opportunities as we continue to expand
• A supportive, fun culture with regular celebrations, fundraising events, and Grove Recognition Awards.

About the Role

As a Room Leader at The Grove Academy, you’ll take on a leadership role in creating a nurturing and inspiring learning environment for children and educators. You’ll guide and mentor your team, ensuring exceptional care and education for every child.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the delivery of innovative, fun and milestone aligned programs
• Mentoring and supporting educators in their professional growth
• Building strong, trusting relationships with children, families, and your team
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming environment
• Observing, documenting, and supporting children’s development
• Ensuring the safety, health and wellbeing of all children is prioritised at all timesActively supervising children and maintaining awareness of risks in the environment
• Reporting any concerns or incidents in line with service policies and procedures

< h3>Skills & Experience

We’re looking for a leader who is passionate about shaping a positive learning environment. To thrive in this role, you’ll need:

• A Bachelor in Early Childhood Education (or working towards one)
• Proven experience leading a room and mentoring educators
• Strong knowledge of the EYLF, NQS, and child development
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and teamwork skills
• A positive attitude and love for creating memorable experiences
• Strong understanding of child protection responsibilities and mandatory reporting
• Ability to identify and respond to risks to children’s safety
• Completed the Foundations of Child Safety training (or willing to complete prior to commencement).

Successful applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC)

Join us in making a difference in children’s lives while having fun, celebrating milestones, and building a career you’ll love!